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Home › PA › Tyrone › Caterpillar Corner Daycare Llc
24 W 10th St, Tyrone PA 16686 · License #CER-00242806 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
The facility was observed to have wicker baskets filled with toys and accessories in the front room with unwoven pieces that were protruding and poking from the baskets.
Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1-inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
The facility was observed to have a disposable plastic bag full of disposable plastic bags stored in a folded stroller that was accessible to children still placing objects in their mouths in the infant room.
Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The file for child #1 was observed to lack an emergency contact form that included the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The file for Child #1 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked to provide information on the child's special needs if any that would be needed in an emergency situation.
Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The file for child #2 was observed to lack an emergency contact form that included the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The file for child #3 was observed to lack emergency contact and financial agreement forms that lacked updates in writing once in a 6-month period.
Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
The files for children #3 and #4 were observed to lack a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. Specifically, the immunization record for Child #3 illustrated only 1 Hepatitis A had been administered. The file for child #4 lacked an immunization record all together.
Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e) · The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.
The file for child #4 was observed to lack written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
The file for child #1 was observed to contain an agreement form that lacked the operator's signature.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
Room #3 at the facility was observed to have a first-aid kit that was accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
Room #3 at the facility was observed to have a set of wooden cubbies next to the black board that was not fastened to the wall or other surface and was unsteady and easily tipped over.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
Room #3 at the facility was observed to lack a written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play posted in the group space.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The files for children #1 and #5 were observed to contain financial agreement forms that did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
The file for child #1 was observed to contain a financial agreement that did not specify the services being provided.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The files for Children #2 and #5 were observed to contain financial agreement forms that did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(7) · An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
The files for children #1, #5 and #6 were observed to contain agreement forms that did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The file for child #5 was observed to contain and emergency contact form that lacked the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The files for children #2 and #5 were observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked the work address of the enrolling parent(s). The emergency contacts forms for children #2, #5 and #7 were observed to lack the work telephone number of the enrolling parent(s).
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The files for children #2, #4, #5 and #7 were observed to contain emergency contact forms that did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The files for children #3, #4 and #6 were observed to contain Emergency contact forms and financial agreements that had not been updated in writing once in a 6-month period. This was evidenced by emergency contact forms dated 08/17/2024 present in the files.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
The file for child #2 was observed to lack a health report that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by May 20, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The file for staff person #1 was observed to lack documentation of obtaining an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
2nd citation. Previously cited on 5/21/24. Observed a bottle labeled "bleach water" hanging on the shelf by the changing table in the Young Toddler Room which was accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
At approximately 11:15 AM Staff #1 was caring for a group of mixed age children which included 3 young school-age children and 2 older school-age children. When asked to name the children, Staff #1 named one of the five children.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
Observed a bottle labeled "bleach water" hanging on the shelf by the changing table in the Young Toddler Room which was accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Observed 3 pair of adult scissors in a bin on the shelf at the bottom of the steps in the Preschool Room which were accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
The operator did not provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures including accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person # 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file of Staff #2 lacked a valid FBI Clearance. Staff #2 had an FBI Clearance from the Department of Education.
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.37(b)(3) · An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.
The file of Staff #1, who was designated as an aide, lacked documentation of a minimum of an 8th grade education.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).
At approximately 11:30 AM Certification Staff observed Staff #4 leave the Preschool Room to take a child to the bathroom while Staff #5 remained in the room with 12 preschoolers.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
Observed approximately a 3-inch tear on a gym mat in the Indoor Play Space. Observed a cracked bin containing LEGOS in the Older Toddler Room. Observed 5 cracked Magna Tiles in the Preschool Room. Observed a cracked bin containing puzzle pieces in the Preschool Room.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
Observed rest equipment not labeled for the use of a specific child in the Toddler Room.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.118(c) · A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present.
A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization was not on file when a dog was present at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
Children #3, #4, and #5 lacked child service reports completed at least every 6 months. Child #3 had child service reports completed on 3/13/23, in November of 2023, and in May of 2024. Child #4, with an admission date of 5/4/23, had a child service report completed on 4/24/24. Child #5, with an admission date of 9/26/23, had a child service report completed on 5/3/24.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the work address of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Emergency contact information for Child #5 did not include the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(d) · When children leave the facility on walking and riding excursions, emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion shall accompany a staff person on the excursion.
When Child #6 left the facility on a walking excursion, emergency contact information for Child #6 did not accompany staff on the excursion.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
The file of Child #4 lacked an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The file of Child #4 contained health reports dated 5/9/23, 6/21/23, and 1/3/24.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
The file of Child #1, a 3-month-old, lacked Hepatitis B immunizations according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #1 had documentation of one Hepatitis B immunization.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Child #4's health report did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
Observed bottles not labeled with the child's name in the Infant Room.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The agreement for Child #2, with an admission date of 7/12/21, was not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #2's agreement was reviewed on 8/21/23 and 2/20/24. The emergency contact for Child #4 was not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #4's emergency contact was reviewed and updated on 8/15/22, 8/24/23, and 2/14/24.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
Emergency drills were not conducted annually. The operator provided documentation of an emergency drill being conducted on 12/8/22 but no documentation for 2023.
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The file of Staff #3 lacked documentation of obtaining an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
The file of Child #5 lacked an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. The file of Child #5, with an admission date of 9/26/23, contained a health report dated 12/5/23.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
2nd citation. Previously cited on 5/8/23. The emergency contact for Child #1 was not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. The emergency contact for Child #1 was reviewed on 2/10/22 and 8/15/22.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of completing the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 prior to returning from a leave of absence. The file of Staff #1 contained documentation of leave from 9/23/22 through 4/6/23. The file of Staff #1 contained documentation of completing the health and safety update on 4/20/23.
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of receiving training regarding the emergency plan on an annual basis. The file of Staff #1 contained documentation of receiving emergency plan training on 11/30/21. The file of Staff #5 lacked documentation of receiving training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #5 contained documentation of receiving training regarding the emergency plan on 10/10/22.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of participating, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. The file of Staff #1 contained no documentation of fire safety training.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.
The file of Staff #4 lacked documentation of the National Sex Offender Registry Verification Certificate by July 1, 2020 (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #4 contained a NSOR dated 3/24/21.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The files of Staff #1 and #5 lacked documentation of a written evaluation on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The files of Staff #1 and #5 contained no written evaluations.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 7, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.35(b)(3) · A group supervisor shall have an associate's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 2 years of experience with children.
The file of Staff #2, who was designated as a group supervisor, lacked documentation of an associate's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 2 years of experience with children.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
On 5/8/23 the sink located in the Toddler Classroom lacked a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
Corrected Corrected by May 24, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(j) · A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day.
On 5/8/23 observed the diapering area in the Toddler Classroom lacked a source of running water for handwashing. The diapering areas was located in the middle of the classroom, and the sinks were located on each side of the classroom.
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
On 5/8/23 observed cracked Magna Tiles in the Preschool Classroom. On 5/8/23 observed a cracked bin containing musical instruments in the Young Toddler Classroom. On 5/8/23 observed rest mats with exposed foam in the Preschool and Young Toddler Classrooms. On 5/8/23 observed broken LEGOS in the indoor play space.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
On 5/8/23 observed 3 foam peg boards with bite marks in the Preschool Classroom.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
On 5/8/23 observed rest equipment not labeled for the use of a specific child in the Toddler Classroom.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
The refrigerator temperature in the Infant Classroom was 48 degrees.
Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
At approximately 12:30 PM on 5/8/23 Certification Staff observed 1 child lying on rest equipment behind a bookcase in the Toddler Classroom which did not allow for critical oversight in which the supervisor could see, hear, direct, and assess the activity of the supervisee.
Corrected Corrected by May 10, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
At approximately 2:55 PM on 5/8/23 Certification Staff observed 2 preschool children alone in the bathroom which is not in the classroom.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
The files of Children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 lacked child service reports with the reinstating of this regulation on 10/31/22. The file of Child #1 contained child service reports dated 8/24/22 and 3/25/23. The file of Child #2 contained child service reports dated 3/3/22 and 3/13/23. The file of Child #3, with an admission date of 6/10/22, contained a child service report dated 3/13/23. The file of Child #4, with an admission date of 8/22/22, contained a child service report dated 3/13/23. The file of Child #5, with an admission date of 8/20/21, contained no child service report. The file of Child #6, with an admission date of 8/23/21, contained a child service report dated 4/17/23.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 9, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
Emergency contact information was not present for Child #7 in the Preschool Classroom when receiving care in that room.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
The file of Child #2 lacked an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The file of Child #2 contained health reports dated 2/8/22, 4/27/22, and 2/16/23.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
The file of Child #5 lacked an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. The file of Child #5 contained a current health report dated 3/30/23 with a previous one dated 2/11/22.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(c) · A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.
The file of Child #2 contained a health report which was not written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 9, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
The files of Children #1, #2, and #5 lacked a current influenza immunization in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. The file of Child #4, a 35 month old, lacked an influenza immunization and Hepatitis A immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. The file of Child #4 contained documentation of 1 Hepatitis A immunization.
Corrected Corrected by May 9, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
The file of Child #2 contained a health report which did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 9, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(8) · A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
The file of Child #2 contained a health report which did not include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 9, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
The file of Staff #3 lacked an initial health assessment which included tuberculosis screening by Mantoux method at initial employment (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Staff #3 had a Mantoux read date of 8/31/22.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The emergency contact and agreement for Children #1 and #2 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #1's emergency contact was signed on 1/3/22 and reviewed on 2/10/22 and 8/16/22. Child #1's agreement was signed on 1/3/22 and reviewed on 8/16/22 and 2/10/23. Child #2's emergency contact was signed on 8/17/21 and reviewed on 8/15/22 and 2/8/23. Child #2's agreement was signed on 8/20/21 and reviewed on 8/17/22 and 2/8/23. The emergency contact for Child #4 was not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. The emergency contact for Child #4 was reviewed on 2/10/22 and 8/15/22.
Corrected Corrected by May 24, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(f) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
The facility created an emergency drill log, but it did not address the names of the facility persons and any other adults that participated in the drill, special accommodations the facility used for any category of children, total number of children participating in the drill, total number of adults and children participating in the drill, and problems encountered or observations during the drill.
Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility was unable to provide written documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested at least once every 30 days. The facility provided a written record that the fire detection system was manually tested on 6/1/22, 7/1/22, 7/29/22, 8/26/22, 9/23/22, 10/21/22, 11/18/22, 12/16/22, 1/15/23, 2/12/23, 3/14/23, 4/13/23.
Corrected Corrected by May 24, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
The file of Child #1 lacked an initial health report no more than 60 days following the first date of attendance at the facility. Child #1, with an admission date of 1/3/22, contained an initial health report dated 10/31/22.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
2nd citation. Previously cited on 5/11/22. The files of Children #1 and #2 contained a health report which lacked a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
2nd citation. Previously cited on 5/11/22. The file of Child #3, a 23 month old, lacked DTAP/DTP/TD, HIB, and Pneumococcal immunizations in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The file of Child #3 contained documentation of 3 DTAP/DTP/TD immunizations, 2 HIB immunizations, and 3 Pneumococcal immunizations.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-9). Staff persons #1, #2, #3, and #6 will have until July 13, 2022 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1, #2, #3, and #6 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, #2, #3, and #6, staff person #1, #2, #3 and #6 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
The files of Staff #1, #2, #3, #6 lacked valid health and safety training due to the fact that the training was completed prior to 9/30/16.
Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 9 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #9 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file of Staff #4 lacked documentation of application for the State Police Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI fingerprint submitted receipt dated prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The file of Staff #4 contained a State Police Clearance dated 11/17/17, a Child Abuse Clearance dated 2/26/18, and a FBI Clearance dated 11/18/17. The file of Staff #7 lacked documentation of application for the National Sex Offender Registry Verification Certificate prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The file of Staff #7 contained a NSOR dated 12/26/19. The file of Staff #8 lacked documentation of application for the Child Abuse Clearance prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The file of Staff #8 contained a Child Abuse Clearance dated 5/10/19. The file of Staff #9 lacked a valid FBI Clearance. The file of Staff #9 contained a Department of Education FBI Clearance.
Corrected Corrected by May 16, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
The file of Staff #5, who is designated as an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of 2 years experience with children.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The file of Child #8 lacked information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation, on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
On 5/11/22 observed approximately 1/2 inch hole in the bin containing connector beads in the Young Toddler/Older Toddler Room. On 5/11/22 observed rest mats with exposed foam in the Toddler Room. On 5/11/22 observed rest mats with exposed foam in the Young Toddler Room. On 5/11/22 observed a torn changing mat with exposed foam in the Young Toddler Room. On 5/11/22 observed a green step with exposed foam in the Indoor Play Space. On 5/11/22 observed a turtle mat with exposed foam in the Indoor Play Space. On 5/11/22 observed a red, blue, and purple mat with exposed foam in the Indoor Play Space.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
On 5/11/22 observed foam peg boards with bite marks in the Preschool Room. On 5/11/22 observed foam road map pieces with bite marks in the Toddler Room. On 5/11/22 observed foam blocks with bite marks in the Young Toddler/Older Toddler Room and in the Young Toddler Room.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
On 5/11/22 the rest equipment was not labeled for the use of a specific child in the following rooms: Preschool and Young Toddler/Older Toddler.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(b) · Bed linens may not be used alone as age-appropriate rest equipment.
On 5/11/22 observed 3 children in the Toddler Room using only blankets as rest equipment.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
At approximately 11:45 AM on 5/11/22 Certification Staff observed 2 children lying on rest equipment behind bookcases in the Preschool Room which did not allow critical oversight in which the supervisor could see, hear, direct, and assess the activity of the supervisee.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The file of Child #4 lacked the work address of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #5 lacked the home and work address of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The file of Child #6 lacked the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
On 5/11/22 emergency contact information was not present for Child #9 while receiving care in the Toddler Room. Emergency contact information was not present for Child #10 while receiving care in the Infant Room.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler
The file of Child #6 lacked an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler with the reinstating of this regulation on 1/6/22. The file of Child #6 contained a current health report dated 2/922 with a previous one dated 4/26/21.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
The file of Child #1 contained a health report which did not include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The file of Child #1 did not contain documentation of immunizations.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
The files of Children #1 and #2 contained a health report which lacked a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
The file of Child #6, a 23 month old, lacked DTAP/DTP/TD, HIB, and Pneumococcal immunizations in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The file of Child #6 contained documentation of 3 DTAP/DTP/TD immunizations, 2 HIB immunizations, and 3 Pneumococcal immunizations. The file of Child #7, an 8 month old, lacked Rotavirus, DTAP/DTP/TD, HIB, Pneumococcal, Polio, and influenza immunizations in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The file of Child #7 contained documentation of 1 Rotavirus immunization, 1 DTAP/DTP/TD immunization, 1 HIB immunization, 1 Pneumococcal immunization, and 1 Polio immunization. The file of Child #8, a 3 year old, lacked a current influenza immunization in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
The files of Staff #4, #7, #8, and #9 lacked an adult health assessment which includes tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Staff #4 had a Mantoux test read date of 9/8/17. Staff #7 had a Mantoux test read date of 11/20/19. Staff #8 had a Mantoux test read date of 5/3/19. Staff #9 had a Mantoux test read date of 8/19/20 which was conducted more than 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.
On 5/11/22 the Infant Room lacked a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for each infant obtained from the parents
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
On 5/11/22 observed bottles which were not labeled with the child's name in the Infant Room.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The emergency contact and agreement for Children #1, #2, #3, #6, and #8 were not reviewed and updated at least once every 6 months with the reinstating of this regulation on 1/6/22. The emergency contact for Child #4 was not reviewed and updated at least once every 6 months with the reinstating of this regulation on 1/6/22. The agreement for Child #7 was not reviewed and updated at least once every 6 months with the reinstating of this regulation on 1/6/22. Child #1's emergency contact was reviewed on 7/22/21 and then again on 3/4/22. Child #1's agreement was reviewed on 8/20/21 and then again on 3/4/22. Child #2's emergency contact form was reviewed on 7/14/21 and then again on 2/28/22. Child #2's agreement was reviewed on 7/21/21 and then again on 2/28/22. Child #3's emergency contact and agreement were reviewed on 7/20/21 and then again on 2/18/22. Child #4's emergency contact was reviewed on 7/21/21 and then again on 2/10/22. Child #6's emergency contact was reviewed on 8/13/21 and then again on 3/14/22. Child #6's agreement was reviewed on 8/20/21 and then again on 3/14/22. Child #7's agreement was reviewed on 7/25/21 and then again on 2/10/22. Child #8's emergency contact was signed on 7/11/21 with a review on 2/28/22. Child #8's agreement was signed on 7/12/21 with a review on 2/28/22.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
The Director or designated staff person did not ensure that fire drills were conducted at least once every 60 days. The facility provided documentation of fire drills being conducted on 3/2/21, 5/2/21, 7/1/21, 9/2/21, 11/1/21, 12/1/21, 1/31/22, 3/31/22, and 4/11/22.
Corrected Corrected by May 30, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(4) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills.
The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills. The hypothetical location was the same for fire drills conducted on 11/1/21 and 12/1/21.
Corrected Corrected by May 30, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility was unable to provide a written record that the fire detection system was manually tested at least every 30 days. The facility provided a record that the fire detection system was manually tested on 4/6/21, 6/2/21, 8/2/21, 10/1/21, 1/3/22, 2/3/22, and 4/1/22.
Corrected Corrected by May 30, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The files of Staff #7 and #8 lacked documentation of completing an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.